Tranquil Tales and Lobster Ornaments: A Calm Holiday Expedition

In this serene installment of The Insomnia Project's 2023 collection, hosts Marco Timpano and Amanda Barker adopt a tranquil tone for a soothing exploration of holiday musings. Freshly recorded, this episode takes a serene approach to the festive season, starting with the hosts sharing their recent travels through Troy, New York, and unraveling the intricate history and crediting complexities of the poem "Twas the Night Before Christmas" (or, as they humorously note, the avoidance of the phrase "Twas enough").

Marco extends a special shoutout to any listener named Clement, urging them to connect with the podcast. The hosts delve into the origins of the famous poem, originally titled "A Visit from St. Nicholas," before seamlessly transitioning into a discussion about the curious category of winterwear that is fingerless gloves.

As the winter winds blow, Marco and Amanda warm up the episode with talk of festive beverages, exploring the delights of Egg Nog and Irish Cream during the holiday season. The journey continues up north, where the hosts share tales of cutting down Christmas trees, reveling in the wonky yet beloved imperfections of these holiday symbols.

In an unexpected twist, the hosts reveal their quirky tradition of adorning their tree with lobster ornaments. Amanda recounts Marco's tree-trimming efforts, which lead to a charming interlude about writing holiday cards. The podcast takes a nostalgic turn as the hosts reminisce about Bil Antoniou's podcast, Bad Gay Movies, merging discussions on holiday films and actors with a touch of confusion—cue the plea for Bil's assistance in differentiating between Dylan McDermott and Dermot Mulroney.

You can listen to Bil's podast here: Bad Gay Movies

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